There are many job-search scams to watch out for. There's never a shortage of human scum: people who put their energy into taking from and taking advantage of others. As a job seeker, you can be taken advantage of too. Years ago, we could spot certain scams like these: "Work From Home and Earn … [Read more...] about Job-Search Scams You Should Be Aware Of
What To Do When Your Job Search Is Stuck & Not Working (In-Depth Guide)
Where are you lost or stuck in your job search? This guide is a self-assessment exercise combined with practical tips to help you get unstuck and move toward landing your dream job. There are plenty of smart job seekers who struggle with finding jobs and/or a satisfying career. Why is this? … [Read more...] about What To Do When Your Job Search Is Stuck & Not Working (In-Depth Guide)
How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile (In-Depth Guide)
You no longer have a choice. Jobseekers like LinkedIn too because it's one of the most effective ways to establish a presence online. Best of all, LinkedIn’s basic features are free for professionals like you. A LinkedIn profile is a marketing piece. Your profile provides enough information to … [Read more...] about How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile (In-Depth Guide)
So, You Got Fired (Or You Think You’re About To Get Fired)
Fired. Discontinued. Let go. Dehired. Right-sized. Whether you think you might be in danger of losing your job or you’ve already gotten the ax, this guide will help you put the WHOLE thing in your rearview mirror. You might think you're special because you received the "let's … [Read more...] about So, You Got Fired (Or You Think You’re About To Get Fired)
Reference Checking Services For Jobseekers (In-Depth Guide)
Professional reference checking services are important to hiring. Consider this... You got the interview, and it seemed to go well. The interviewer says, “We just need to check your references and we’ll get back to you.” But the next time you talk to the interviewer, there’s a different tone — they … [Read more...] about Reference Checking Services For Jobseekers (In-Depth Guide)
Headhunters: The Truth About Working With Them (In-Depth Guide)
Got your eye on working with a headhunter/recruiter? Below we have broken down this in-depth online guide into various “chewable” parts so you can go to the section you need the most help with. Here's a breakdown of what we cover: Intro to Finding/Working With Headhunters/Recruiters … [Read more...] about Headhunters: The Truth About Working With Them (In-Depth Guide)